Title: Visit Arorangi: Best of Arorangi, Rarotonga Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Arorangi](https://expedia.ca/Arorangi-Rarotonga-Hotels.0-n6055265-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Arorangi Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Arorangi.d6055265.Car-Rental-Guide)[Arorangi Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Arorangi.d6055265.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Arorangi ## Rarotonga ![Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118460-Arorangi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi showing food](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118461-Arorangi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi featuring tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118358-Rarotonga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi featuring signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118458-Arorangi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118459-Arorangi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Arorangi Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Rarotonga travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga.dx6055262) #### As the sun sets, relax on Rarotonga’s coast next to the clear waters of an azure lagoon. Enjoy exploring the wonders of the Cook Islands. The district of Arorangi on Rarotonga’s western coast makes a great base to explore the Cook Islands. Stay in a waterfront bungalow, doze on white sandy beaches, discover magnificent marine life, lounge in funky cafés and learn about Polynesian heritage and culture. The western coast of Rarotonga is protected from the southeast trade winds and is known for its sunsets over the sea. Amble barefoot along the shore and look westward as the sky turns brilliant shades of orange and red. Watch the moon rise in the sky before you settle into a beach bar for a cocktail and a platter of fresh seafood. Rarotonga is a volcanic island surrounded by coral reefs that teem with marine life. Snorkel or swim in Arorangi’s lagoon or Aroa Beach in the southwest. Visit Black Rock in the north, where legend says Maori spirits ascended to the afterlife. North of Black Rock is the marine reserve. Look for humpback whales here between June and October. The centre of Rarotonga is mountainous and covered in thick jungle. Explore the attractions around the circumference and then trek across the island with a local guide. The Saturday morning Punanga Nui Market, known for its black pearls, and the Beachcomber Pearl Market and Gallery with Polynesian arts and crafts are great places to pick up a memento of the Cook Islands. Visit the Tinomana Village at the Highland Paradise Cultural Centre, which has brilliant views of the western and southern coasts. Along the main road is the Cook Islands’ first missionary-built village, with the Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church. Wander through the small cemetery in the front garden and sit in a Sunday morning church service. Located in western Rarotonga, Arorangi is a 5-minute drive from the international airport. Navigate compact Arorangi easily by car, scooter or bicycle. A local bus trip around the island takes 45 minutes. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Aro\'a Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118505-Aroa-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aroa Beach 4.5/5(14 reviews) Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips. [](https://expedia.ca/Aroa-Beach-Arorangi.d6142568.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muri Beach showing tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118344-Rarotonga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muri Beach 4.5/5(26 reviews) Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon. [](https://expedia.ca/Muri-Beach-Muri.d6055267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muri Lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/24c494c5e09544000506fc2f21e36cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muri Lagoon 4.5/5(22 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Muri-Lagoon-Rarotonga.d553248621532611404.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118369-Rarotonga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tikioki Marine Sanctuary 4.5/5(3 reviews) Swim with multi-colored fish or spend hours on a stretch of powdery white beach at one of Rarotonga's best coastal spots. Dive around nearby shipwrecks. [](https://expedia.ca/Tikioki-Marine-Sanctuary-Tapere-of-Titikaveka.d6127390.Vacation-Attraction) ![Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118564-Te-Vara-Nui-Village.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Vara Nui Village 4.5/5(6 reviews) Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture. [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Vara-Nui-Village-Muri.d6311846.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rarotonga featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/233000/233947-Museum-Cook-Islands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cook Islands Library and Museum 4/5(3 reviews) Through art and literature, learn about the history and traditions of the Cook Islands in a library and museum run by friendly local residents. [](https://expedia.ca/Cook-Islands-Library-And-Museum-Rarotonga.d6101154.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Ready to head off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394323/d44ac55f-3da5-4d20-a42f-3693896aaa6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim CA $110 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-rarotonga-guided-bike-tour-with-lunch-and-swim.a1394323.activity-details) ![Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2286543/08e08a25-fb8d-4fb5-aa0d-f1ba21c1d7ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure CA $150 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/premium-sea-scooter-turtle-adventure.a2286543.activity-details) !['Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394341/692452bf-29a8-458e-8b7d-7f53dd63e6d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch CA $94 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-rarotonga-cycling-tour-with-lunch.a1394341.activity-details) ![ Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49543547/7541f818-c282-41ae-b99a-0fce679f8e1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga CA $142 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/eco-friendly-sea-scooter-turtle-tour-in-rarotonga.a49543547.activity-details) ![A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48456671/fcb3b88b-3567-4a1b-b83f-d1bd55d2b01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### A Turtle Tour on Rarotonga - small groups, premium experience CA $152 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-turtle-tour-on-rarotonga-small-groups.a48456671.activity-details) ![Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/364156/5284ca06-30f8-4acb-9518-29979e04d8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch CA $234 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-arts-crafts-tour-with-lunch.a364156.activity-details) [See all activities in Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Arorangi Hotel Deals ![The Edgewater Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1583400/1583329/8e785258_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Edgewater Resort & Spa Avarua Rarotonga CA $190 CA $221 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) Location was great as well as the view, beds were ok Could have a microwave in Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=1583329&PinnedHotelID=1583329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) ![The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801800/801791/dd647014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ... 8/10 Very Good! (494 reviews) We stayed here to celebrate my Dad's 70th birthday. Our second time staying at The Rarotongan Beach Resort and Lagoonarium. 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(443 reviews) Absolutely love staying at the Rarotongan…Service is fantastic, Staff are delightful and always happy, Best lagoon on the island and beautiful sunsets…. Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F12%2F2025&endDate=24%2F12%2F2025&selected=3521884&PinnedHotelID=3521884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F12%2F2025&endDate=24%2F12%2F2025&selected=3521884&PinnedHotelID=3521884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) ![Crown Beach Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1180000/1171700/1171672/91f1be2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crown Beach Resort & Spa Rarotonga Ring-Road, Arorangi Rarotonga CA $202 CA $235 total Dec 12 - Dec 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (244 reviews) The staff are so friendly, helpful and accommodating. The bar had many choices. We didn't do any laundry. The room was clean and spacious with all the requirements we needed. WiFi comes and goes but that didn't concern us. Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=13%2F12%2F2025&selected=1171672&PinnedHotelID=1171672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) ![Lagoon Breeze Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007300/3007255/89abc693_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lagoon Breeze Villas Aroa Beach, Beach Road, Arorangi Rarotonga Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (193 reviews) Loved the quiet and relaxing vibe of our studio! Thank you to Naomi for all the great suggestions and help in bookings. The whole staff was amazing! Thanks for a great stay! 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